Sustainability and Climate Change Internship

Spain·Full-time·Added 8 days ago

What they offer

  • Internship contract

    Full-time hours.

What they ask for

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    ACCIONA doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Speak native-level Spanish

    Listed as a requirement in the ad.

  • Work in English

    English is required, per the ad.

  • Work on-site in Spain

    No relocation package mentioned.

About the job

This job was automatically translated to English, .

We are a global company, a leader in the development of regenerative infrastructure that generates a positive impact on society. Our workforce, made up of more than 65,000 professionals and present in more than 40 countries across five continents, contributes to our mission of designing a better planet. We are looking for people who want to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the greatest global challenges, including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity. Join us in the search for solutions to achieve a sustainable future.

In the ACCIONA Scholarship Program, you will be part of teams that involve you in projects from day one, guided by experts who will help you develop your skills and participate in the day-to-day of a global company.

ACCIONA, in its Water business, needs to bring in an intern for its Sustainability department.

We are looking for an enthusiastic person to collaborate with the Sustainability department of the Water business line, especially in the environmental area, delving into the concept of sustainability, climate action strategies and sustainable development or environmental risk management.


They will learn in detail about the processes for characterizing and reporting non-financial environmental and social information, helping the department with data management and processing.

What you'll do

  • Monitor key indicators and the sustainability strategy.
  • Ensure the suitability of the non-financial information reporting process: tracking and consolidation of sustainability data (CSRD, SBTI).
  • Collaboration in the design and improvement of data collection systems, indicators, dashboards and ad-hoc reports for operational areas.
  • Support for the process of preparing sustainability reports and other non-financial information reporting elements.
  • Support in the development and monitoring of action programs to achieve ACCIONA's sustainability objectives, in collaboration with projects.
  • Incorporate environmental and social sustainability into tenders, contracts and due diligence processes, assessing risks and opportunities and ensuring compliance with regulatory and environmental commitments.
  • Collaborate in developing differentiated sustainability value propositions that support the financial structuring of projects by incorporating regenerative logic.
  • ESG risk analysis of business opportunities.
  • Support projects in the application of climate and environmental criteria.
  • Support for project sustainability requirements (ESG and climate risk analysis, calculation of environmental footprints, client and financier requirements, etc.).
  • Monitor trends in the field of sustainability and in the activity of the WATER business.

What we're looking for

  • A 6-month internship, part-time or full-time. Start date from September to March.
  • Bachelor's degree or official/qualifying master's degree in Environmental Sciences, Biology, Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Forestry and Natural Environment Engineering.
  • High level of English
  • High attention to detail and rigor in the handling of information.
  • Advanced knowledge of Excel, Power BI, Python...

Nice to have

  • Knowledge of database management and programming will be valued.
  • Knowledge and training in environment and sustainability will be positively valued.
  • Proactivity and environmental awareness.

Additional information

We are looking for people with high potential, teamwork skills, and the motivation to grow within an international company. If you think this profile fits you and you are looking to boost your future in a career that generates a positive impact on the planet, you have come to the right place... we want you on our team!


We are a company that values diversity as a source of talent, and for this reason, we work to promote an inclusive environment in which respect, belonging, and commitment are fostered, so that all people can participate with equal opportunities. We invite all people to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background, or condition. ACCIONA has received the Top Employer 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024 certification, which recognizes the Company as one of the best places to work in Spain.

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